The legendary actress, Taiwo Ajai-Lycett, doesn't mince words as she critiques African women who opt for wigs, asserting that it reflects a deeper issue of low self-esteem. According to a report by Vanguard, she passionately believes that African women possess the most exquisite natural hair among all races.
Ajai-Lycett raises a poignant question, openly wondering why some African women choose human hair from races with less abundant hair, when they are blessed with the richness of their own.
The iconic actress, known for her unwavering stance as a feminist, emphasizes the crucial role of women in society. She asserts that women, being the origin of life and creation, deserve acknowledgment, respect, and empathy for societal orderliness.
In her own words, she states, “We have been blessed with the best kind of hair that we can transform into any kind of look we desire. We have to love ourselves as Africans and appreciate our God-given beauty."
"Our Africanness is what stands us out among all the races of the world. The African woman is beautiful in all ramifications. I believe women who go for wigs and human hair have low self-esteem. Their desire to look Western and foreign is a sign of low self-esteem.”
On the topic of how to treat women in society, Ajai-Lycett offers sage advice, saying, “If you want your life to be in order and successful, be kind to the women in your life. It is when the women in your life are happy that you can truly be happy. By women, I mean your mother, your wife, your sister, or as the case may be.”